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rubicon · 05-05-2003, 08:59 AM

I don't understand why people keep thinking Linux is a cure-all for Windows. Linux, like any other OS, is another choice with its pros and cons.

Choosing Linux for the desktop is similar to deciding if you want to run MacOS, Windows 9x, 2000, or DOS. If your current OS doesn't do it for you, then make a switch to whatever you want. Otherwise, stick with what you know.

IMO, Linux is an OS for those folks needing/wanting the power of UNIX. It's meant for power-users that know what they're doing.

Hell, 90% of Windows users have no clue about disk partitions and file systems let alone what Services do what. I suppose that's my criteria with Linux - if you know everything there is about Windows and still need more, then make the switch. If you still can't figure out how to partition your hard drive, forget it.

Linux needs to be repositioned in the marketplace. It's an alternative, not a replacement.

05-05-2003, 08:59 AM	#27 (permalink)
rubicon Stop. Think. Question. Location: Redondo Beach, CA	I don't understand why people keep thinking Linux is a cure-all for Windows. Linux, like any other OS, is another choice with its pros and cons. Choosing Linux for the desktop is similar to deciding if you want to run MacOS, Windows 9x, 2000, or DOS. If your current OS doesn't do it for you, then make a switch to whatever you want. Otherwise, stick with what you know. IMO, Linux is an OS for those folks needing/wanting the power of UNIX. It's meant for power-users that know what they're doing. Hell, 90% of Windows users have no clue about disk partitions and file systems let alone what Services do what. I suppose that's my criteria with Linux - if you know everything there is about Windows and still need more, then make the switch. If you still can't figure out how to partition your hard drive, forget it. Linux needs to be repositioned in the marketplace. It's an alternative, not a replacement. __________________ How you do anything is how you do everything.